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The Promised Land: The Incredible Story of Camp Akita
The story of how the Illinois Conference founded Camp Akita.

Illinois Conference Communications
3 days ago6 min read


Hearts United in Service: Hinsdale Adventist Academy’s Mission Trip to the Philippines
From March 22 to April 2, a group of students and leaders from Hinsdale Adventist Academy (HAA), along with other members in the area, embarked on a life-changing mission trip to Bacolod, Philippines.

Illinois Conference Communications
6 days ago3 min read


Homecoming 2025: A Celebration of Camp Ministry
Mark your calendars for June 5th to 8th, 2025, and prepare for a weekend filled with celebration, reflection, and preview of what the future looks like for Akita.

Illinois Conference Communications
Apr 102 min read


Synergy & Global Youth Day: A Sabbath of Service
On March 15, over 600 people across Chicagoland came together for a powerful Sabbath of worship and service through twin events: Synergy and

Illinois Conference Communications
Mar 212 min read


Pastor Rodney Balmes Ordained
Rodney Balmes, Hinsdale Fil-Am's youth pastor, was ordained on February 15th during a special evening service.

Illinois Conference Communications
Mar 42 min read


Strengthening Ministry: Illinois Conference Hosts Pastor-Teacher Gathering
On February 24, eighty-five teachers and pastors came together at the Illinois Conference office for the second pastor-teacher conference in

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 252 min read


Let There Be Light: Champaign Church Upgrades their Platform Lights
The Champaign Church upgraded their lights for the sake of evangelism

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 211 min read


Illinois Conference Hits Historic 14,000 Member Mark
The Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists reached 14,000 members for the first time, ending 2024 with a net increase of 144 new memb

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 101 min read


Former Hinsdale Pastor, Larry Milliken, Passes to His Rest
Pastor Larry Milliken, senior pastor of the Hinsdale Seventh-day Adventist Church from 1979 to 1988, passed to rest on Friday, January 3, in

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 53 min read


Remembering Ronald Becker Graham: A Life of Service and Generosity
Ronald Becker Graham, who served at Broadview Academy in LaFox, Illinois, for forty years, passed away on January 24, 2025.

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 52 min read


North American Division Offers Guidelines on Immigration
The North American Division has offered guidelines on the rights of churches and schools in an immigration enforcement situation.

Illinois Conference Communications
Feb 31 min read


Immigration Enforcement and Your Rights
Jennifer Gray Woods Public Affairs and Religious Liberty director, Lake Union Conference Reposted from the Lake Union Herald Q: I heard...

Illinois Conference Communications
Jan 312 min read


Illinois Conference Leaders Help Launch Project Amigo
Illinois Conference Leaders help launch Project Amigo, an exciting new initiative between Lake Union and the Peruvian Union Mission.

Illinois Conference Communications
Jan 283 min read


2025 Youth Winter Retreat Braves Cold Weather to Build Connections
Illinois Conference joins the global Adventist family in kicking off 10 Days of Prayer

Illinois Conference Communications
Jan 231 min read


Illinois Members Kick Off 10 Days of Prayer
Illinois Conference joins the global Adventist family in kicking off 10 Days of Prayer

Illinois Conference Communications
Jan 91 min read


Nathan and Alyse Roe join Camp Akita as New Asst. Camp Ranger, Food Service & Housekeeping Director
The ILC Executive Committee voted to hire two new members of the Camp Akita team.

Illinois Conference Communications
Dec 21, 20241 min read


Google Searches and Reviews: Social Proof & Your Church
Let's talk about two of the most important things you can do to help your church online.

Illinois Conference Communications
Dec 13, 20245 min read


Anna Bahena Joins ILC Office as Executive Assistant
Anna Bahena takes new position in Illinois Conference.

Illinois Conference Communications
Dec 6, 20241 min read


Two ILC Pastors to be Ordained in 2025
Pastors Rodney Balmes and Felipe Soares are to be ordained in early 2025.

Illinois Conference Communications
Dec 5, 20243 min read


North Shore Baptizes 21 After 21 Days of Prayer
North Shore congregation baptized 21 people in a special Sabbath service that highlighted God's faithfulness.

Illinois Conference Communications
Nov 27, 20243 min read
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